Saint
Basil of Ostrog
New Calendar May 12 Old Calendar May 25
Why they are a saint
Basil of Ostrog is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 12. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Basil of Ostrog as a patron when they bear the name Basil at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 12. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Basil of Ostrog, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.